People outside of New York don’t give Long Island the same attention as New York City when it comes to pizza. But I assure you that some of the best slices in New York state come from east of the city.
Here are my choices for the best classic New York style round pies, Roman style or Sicilian squares, and classic Neapolitan beauties.
I hope you have a car, because you’ll need to drive from the border of Queens all the way to Montauk for all the best pizza spots. Here is my list of top 5 pizzas on Long Island, followed by several that could easily be the top of someone else’s list.
My Top 5 Pizza Spots on Long Island
#1. Dario's Pizza
#1 Best NY Style Pizza on Long Island
If you’re looking for some of the best pizza on Long Island, Dario’s Pizza in West Hempstead should be one of your first stops. This neighborhood favorite has earned a loyal following for both authentic Roman-style square pizza and classic New York-style round pies.
The Red Pepperoni Round Pizza with Mike’s Hot Honey is my go-to pick — sweet, spicy, and perfectly crisp. It is one of the best NY Style slices on Long Island.
But Dario Carosi, a trained pastry chef from Italy, brought traditional Italian technique and creativity together for some other unforgettable signature pizzas. Some of his Roman-style squares pizzas include:
Diavola – Tomato sauce, spicy soppressata, stracciatella
Calabrian Chicken – Shredded chicken, mozzarella, roasted peppers, Calabrian mayo
Beef Birria – Slow-cooked shredded beef, arugula, caramelized onions, white sauce
Eggplant – Tomato sauce, fried eggplant, whipped ricotta, fresh basil
In addition to the popular pizza menu, Dario’s also serves Italian sandwiches on housemade focaccia and a variety of bombolini doughnuts, a nod to the founder’s pastry roots.
Whether you’re a local or visitor, Dario’s is commonly listed as one of the top pizza restaurants on Long Island. It’s easily one of my top two picks for Long Island pizza.
What to Get: While this is the one place that I recommend both the NY style and square roman style slices, I think Dario’s has the best NY style pizza on Long Island, in particular the pepperoni.
#2. Taglio
#1 Best Roman Style Square Pizza on Long Island
Second on my list of the best pizza on Long Island is Taglio Pizza in Mineola.
As the name suggests, Taglio specializes in authentic Roman-style pizza al taglio—a traditional Roman street food known for its long, skinny rectangular shape. Baked in blue-steel pans, each slice features a light, airy, and crispy crust that instantly reminded me of my favorite pizzeria in Rome: Pizzarium Bonci.
Founded by Rob Cervoni, Taglio has earned widespread acclaim for its quality and authenticity. It was recently recognized among the Top 100 pizzerias in the world and ranked as the third-best slice shop in the United States by the Italy-based group 50 Top Pizza.
Menu highlights include the Mortadella Pistachio slice, topped with creamy ricotta and crushed pistachios, and the San Gennaro, featuring sweet Italian sausage and roasted peppers. Each slice reflects Taglio’s dedication to blending classic Roman techniques with bold, modern flavors.
Conveniently located just outside the Mineola LIRR station, Taglio is one of the most accessible spots on this list for anyone traveling by public transit.
What to Get: Try any of the Roman-style square slices. My go-to is the Diavola, but don’t miss creative options like the Potato Rosemary, Sausage & Broccoli Rabe, or the fan-favorite Mortadella Pistachio.
#3. Mozzafiato Pizzeria
#2 Best Roman Style Square Pizza on Long Island
Mozzafiato is another pizza shop that simply dominates the Roman style al taglio pizza on Long Island. Established in December 2020, it has quickly become a standout for Suffolk County pizza.
Similar to Taglio, this pizza is baked in Blue-Steel rectangular pans imported from Italy. And while the selection by the slice changes daily, it also generally includes some more unique options than in most U.S. pizza spots. Some of these may include eggplant with arugula, mortadella with pistachio pesto, and grilled zucchini with burrata.
And while they are best known for the al taglio, they also serve NY style pizza and a menu of pastas, salads, heros, and more.
What to Get: The Roman Style Al Taglio Pizza.
#4. Nico's Charred Pies
You might not expect some of the best Long Island pizza to be served at a brewery, but that’s exactly where the #4 pizza on my list is served. Nico’s Charred Pie’s operates out of a retrofitted trailer in the back of Root + Branch Brewing in Copiague.
Nico’s specializes in wood-fired, thin-crust pizzas that live up to their name with a perfectly charred finish. And while you can take the pizza to go, I recommend enjoying the pizza in the tasting room over one of Long Island’s best breweries. It’s not often you can find both pizza and beer this good.
#5. Saverio’s Authentic Pizza Napoletana
#1 Best Napoletana Pizza on Long Island
There’s definitely a divide in the New York area when it comes to Neapolitan-style pizza. With the overwhelming popularity of New York–style slices, this traditional style from Naples can sometimes feel like an afterthought. But standout spots in NYC like Roberta’s, Kesté, and Una Pizza Napoletana have carved out their niche—and on Long Island, Saverio’s in Massapequa is their equivalent.
Saverio’s specializes in true Neapolitan pizza, using 00 Caputo flour, San Marzano D.O.P. tomatoes, and buffalo mozzarella. Each pie is baked in a Mario Acunto brick oven imported from Naples, fired to around 850°F, delivering that signature charred, bubbly crust with a light and airy center.
And if the pizza alone isn’t reason enough to visit, the shop is attached to the family’s traditional Italian pork store, in business since 1967. You can easily turn your trip into a one-stop shop for fresh meats, house made sausages, charcuterie, specialty cheeses, pastas, sauces, and antipasti.
For me, Saverio’s claims the top spot for the best Neapolitan pizza on Long Island.
Other Favorite Long Island Pizza
King Umberto
King Umberto’s has been a Long Island fixture since 1976, when it first opened at the corner of Meacham Avenue and Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont. What began as a modest pizzeria with a cozy bar quickly grew into a spacious restaurant and dedicated pizza room, thanks to a major expansion in 1987 that nearly tripled its seating capacity.
On my first visit, I walked in through the corner entrance into the pizza shop area—not even realizing there was a huge outdoor patio and full dining area in the back. And when the guy behind the counter heard it was my first time in, he generously threw in a couple of extra slices for me to try.
King Umberto’s is best known for its Grandma and Sicilian slices, both of which have earned a loyal following.
Of course, the style, name, and proximity inevitably raise the question: “Is this a ripoff of Umberto’s of New Hyde Park?” And the answer is… maybe. Umberto was a fairly common name among Italian immigrants of the time, but this pizzeria was founded by brothers Ciro and Johnny Cesarano. There’s some local lore suggesting that they—or some early employees—may have worked at Umberto’s of New Hyde Park before opening their own shop, though I haven’t been able to confirm it. What I can say for sure is that King Umberto’s is now a true Long Island staple, and often ranks among the top pizza spots in the area.
Umberto's of New Hyde Park
Founded in 1965 by Umberto Corteo, this Tuscan-style, two-story pizzeria and restaurant has been a staple of the New Hyde Park community for more than 50 years. While the building has been expanded and updated over time, the pizza remains as beloved as ever.
You simply can’t talk about the best pizza on Long Island without including Umberto’s in the conversation.
Umberto’s is renowned for its original Grandma pizza—a thin, square, crisp-crusted sheet pie. In fact, this is arguably the pizzeria most responsible for popularizing the Grandma style across the New York metro area.
And it’s not just about the Grandma pie. The Sicilian slices, with their light, airy interior and crisp edges, are equally popular.
Whether you’re heading to a hockey game at UBS Arena or simply passing through the area, a quick detour to the original Umberto’s of New Hyde Park is always worth it. There is also a full menu of pasta, heroes, and other specialties if you want to sit down for a full dinner.
Tori T's Pizzeria
Victoria “Tori” Tiso learned how to make pizza from her parents, who run Louie & Ernie’s in the Bronx. She opened her pizzeria in Malverne in 2024 and has the best Detroit style pizza on Long Island.
Unlike the popular Sicilian slices that are common throughout Long Island, the Detroit style pizza has cheese all the way to the edge creating caramelized edges as it cooks in the pan.
1653 Pizza Company
Nestled in Huntington Village is 1653 Pizza Company, a modern Italian cocktail bar, restaurants, and pizzeria. It stands out with coal-fired, wood-baked pizzas that can create a perfectly blistered, chewy crust that strikes a balance of crisp and airy.
While the pizza is enough of a reason to stop by, this is the place on my list that I’d most recommend for the vibe alone. They have a full bar with some excellent cocktails, wines, and happy hour specials. And while the DJ they have some evenings isn’t a draw for me, it makes it even more a hang out spot than a typical pizza joint.
If you aren’t in the mood for pizza, you can’t go wrong with the duck cavatelli and other pastas.
Other Top Pizza
While I’m not dedicating detailed sections to these pizza spots, there is no shortage of great pizza on Long Island. These are some of my other favorite spots for pizza on the island.
- Mike’s Underground Pizza: If you live in Amityville, then you’re in luck, as Mike’s Underground has no storefront, they only deliver. But if you live outside their delivery zone, you can meet the delivery driver at one of three locations in Amityville, West Babylon, or Massapequa and try one of Long Island’s best pizzas. Got o the website to order online or text your order. mikesundergroundpizza.com
- Dive Bar Pizza: Originally located in Amagansett, this pizza shop and dive bar moved to Montauk in 2024. If you are out east, it’s the best in the area. And it’s open year round.
- Colosseo Pizza: Could be my favorite Grandma slice on the island and the 2nd best reason to come to Port Jefferson Station (after Tara Inn)
- Dough & Co: The original location in Hutington is one of the best places to grab a quick slice on the north shore. The Sicilian dough is some of the best around, but if they have slices the Main St Heat (Margherita with spicy Jalapenos, Pepperoni, and hot honey) or the Pork Store (Hot Soppresata with Njdua, and Proscuito) then it becomes a tough choice.
- Emilio’s: Right off Jericho Turnpike in Commack. Go for the Sicilian.
